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PM Modi urges citizens to celebrate festivals with indigenous products in Mann Ki Baat

by Inkhabar webdesk September 28, 2025

New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): In the 126th episode of his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for citizens to make the upcoming festive season more meaningful by choosing indigenous products.

Highlighting the ongoing “GST Bachat Utsav,” he encouraged people to take a pledge to support local goods during their festival shopping.

“In the coming days, festivals and celebrations will be a succession of joys. We do a lot of shopping for every festival. And this time, there’s even a ‘GST Bachat Utsav’ going on,” the Prime Minister said.

“You can make your festivals even more special by taking a pledge. If we resolve to celebrate this festival with only indigenous products, you will see the joy of our celebrations increase exponentially,” he added.

His remarks continue the government’s emphasis on the Vocal for Local initiative, aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and self-reliance.

Ministry of Finance, in its Monthly Economic Update, stated that the rationalisation of the GST structure will provide further impetus to consumption growth.

The 56th meeting of the GST Council has brought in broadly a two-rate structure with a Standard Rate of 18 per cent, a Merit Rate of 5 per cent and a special de-merit rate or singood rate of 40 per cent for a select few goods and services (but inclusive of earlier compensation cess rate, hence with no increase in overall tax burden), with effect from 22nd September 2025.

The Finance Ministry, in its Monthly Economic Update, added, “The rationalisation of GST came in as the third leg of the tripod of tax reforms, following up on the corporate tax reductions and personal income tax reforms.”

Earlier this month, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that the new GST reforms are designed to cater to the basic necessities and aspirations of the middle class and the common man of the country. (ANI)

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At T-CHIP Semicon Summit, 111 innovators pitch to journalists instead of investors

by Inkhabar webdesk September 28, 2025

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 28 (ANI): A first-of-its-kind initiative, Pitch2Press, brought together 111 innovators to present their ideas not to investors, but to journalists, at the T-CHIP Semicon Constitution Summit in Hyderabad on Saturday.

The concept was explained by Sundeep Makthala, Founder and Chairman of Telangana Information Technology Association (TITA) and founder of the T-CHIP (Technology Chip Innovation Program) Summit, during an interview with ANI. He said the programme was designed to give innovators visibility and credibility through the media. “Normally, what happens is innovators or businesses pitch their ideas to investors. But in this Pitch2Press program, 111 innovators pitched their ideas in front of journalists. If their story gets published in newspapers or broadcast on news channels, the reach will be more, and authenticity will also be there,” he said.

According to Makthala, the idea for Pitch2Press was planned weeks earlier. Applications poured in from across Telangana and beyond, with more than 900 submissions. From these, 111 were shortlisted to pitch during the day-long event. “From morning till evening, all the innovators started pitching their ideas to journalists. There are a lot of unsung innovators. Journalists are the people who can bring them into the limelight,” he said.

Makthala emphasised that media coverage can open doors for innovators, not only by building trust but also by helping them connect with potential investors and customers. “If the product or service gets publicised, it will get authenticity. Immediately, they will get the investor and also the customer base will be increased,” he added.

He said that TITA and World Telugu Information Technology Council WTITC, along with partners like T-Hub and T-Works, will continue to showcase the selected innovations.

Alongside Pitch2Press, the T-CHIP Semicon Constitution Summit focused on creating a roadmap for India’s semiconductor ecosystem. Makthala said his team visited Taiwan earlier this month to study its semiconductor model and has since drafted a four-pillar strategy (Talent, Design, Manufacturing, and Applications) to present to the Telangana and central governments. “This Semiconductor Constitution will act like a roadmap for building the ecosystem in India and abroad. Until now, such a summit has never happened worldwide,” he said.

Talent building remains another focus. “Every year, India is generating about 55,000 to 60,000 engineering graduates, of which 40 to 45 per cent are in electronics and electrical fields. Our plan is to make 10,000 engineers industry-ready by 2030,” he said, adding that an MoU has already been signed with the state government.

Makthala emphasised that innovation and semiconductor growth can have a significant impact on employment, state revenues, and global competitiveness. “Governments have recognised how important it is to encourage innovation and start-ups. We have to encourage innovators to go global,” he said. (ANI)

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AI chip designed by IIT innovator unveiled at T-CHIP Semicon Summit

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 28 (ANI): India’s indigenously designed Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips, developed with homegrown technology and talent, have been unveiled by innovators at the T-CHIP Semicon Constitution Summit in Hyderabad. These chips, built entirely in Telangana, mark a step in creating a self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem in the country.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the T-CHIP Semicon summit, Dinesh, an innovator and entrepreneur from IIT Hyderabad, said, “This is India’s first AI chip, indigenously designed with the technology and the manpower from India. And proudly, it is made in Telangana as well.”

He explained that, unlike global rivals, their effort focuses not just on the hardware but also on the complete software ecosystem. “We are offering a complete ecosystem. You can see, right from the software stack to the built-in hardware security and processing of AI on this chip. So right from Python till Silicon, we are reimagining the entire AI hardware and software co-design,” he said.

The project, carried out with a small team of less than ten members, highlights the ambition of creating a domestic alternative to foreign chipmakers. “It’s all about the motivation and the conviction to build these things. Why Nvidia and why Qualcomm, you know, to buy the chips? Why US and Taiwan chip makers? Why can’t we be India’s Nvidia or Qualcomm, right from the roots and our talent from this place?” Dinesh said.

He added that the long-term vision is to make AI hardware accessible at lower costs to startups and educational institutions. “If you want to buy NVIDIA or Intel’s hardware, it’s quite expensive. So unnecessarily we are pouring money into western countries. Instead, we will build something of our own and supply it at low cost and be self-reliant again,” he noted.

For Dinesh, initiatives like Pitch2Press are key to gaining visibility and attracting investors. “If we are visible to the community, the greater will be the venture capitalists’ attention. And since chip making is a capital-expensive business, we need a lot of investments pouring in. That eventually gives us the leverage and the benefits to design more and more chips, made in India specifically,” he said.

A first-of-its-kind initiative called Pitch2Press brought together 111 innovators to present their ideas not to investors, but to journalists.

Highlighting the importance of training local talent, Dinesh stressed that building such chips is not just about innovation but also about building an ecosystem for the future. “We can definitely have this going and train manpower, align them accordingly and bring this semicon ecosystem to the state of Telangana and to the rest of India,” he said. (ANI)

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Telangana government pushes to move from chip design to manufacturing

by Inkhabar webdesk September 28, 2025

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 28 (ANI): Telangana is looking to play a bigger role in India’s semiconductor journey, with the state government emphasising its focus on moving from chip design talent to actual manufacturing, said Sridhar Babu Duddilla, Minister of IT of Telangana.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the T-CHIP (Technology Chip Innovation Program) Semicon Constitution Summit in Hyderabad, Duddilla said, “The semiconductor industry has to be here in a big way because we have the design talent over here. The next is the process of manufacturing. When we have the design talent, we would love to see that move to the next level of manufacturing. And we hope the central government also assists the state to push chip manufacturing here.”

The Minister emphasised that Telangana has implemented several policy measures to support the sector. “We have so many policy initiatives, like giving some incentives and subsidies to the semiconductor industry. We do a lot depending upon the product and the kind of chip manufacturing. Any other state would also be doing it. But here we have the talent, that is the additional facility we can give to chip manufacturing,” he said.

At the event, Duddilla also acknowledged the contribution of Telangana Information Technology Association (TITA) led by Sundeep Makthala, who is also the founder of the T-CHIP Summit. He said that many initiatives launched by TITA have created strong outcomes in the state, starting with digital literacy programmes. “When he [Sundeep] started to literate digitally each and every citizen of Telangana, it proved great results. That program is still continuing,” he said.

Referring to TITA’s latest initiative, Pitch2Press, the Minister said it is designed to connect innovators with the wider ecosystem. “It’s a novel exercise wherein all journalist friends would be infused with new ideas. Through them, it can reach the investor, it can reach the end user, which will instil confidence, trust and encouragement for innovators to move forward,” Duddilla said.

He further pointed to the launch of a publishing journal at the summit, which aims to educate people on technology trends. “That will help people to know the nuances of the technology field and get enlightened about what is going in and out of technology,” he added.

On the larger goals of the T-CHIP initiative, the Minister said, “What he’s trying to design is to create a platform where anybody who would like to go for innovation can come and start the process for the ultimate chip manufacturing. This is a novel initiative and a very vibrant step taken by TITA. We will try to encourage them too.”

The T-CHIP Semicon Constitution Summit is designed to be more than just a conference. It aims to establish a foundational constitution for semiconductors, setting principles, fostering collaborations, and outlining mandates to accelerate ecosystem development in India and beyond. (ANI)

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There is need to harmonize global regulations for Bio-manufactured food, says Niti Aayog's V K Paul

by Inkhabar webdesk September 28, 2025

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New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): At the Global Food Regulators Summit (GFRS) 2025, hosted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, V K Paul, Member, NITI Aayog, stated that global regulations need to be harmozined and echoed emphatically.

“There is a need to harmonize global regulations for Bio-manufactured food, and this sentiment has been echoed in this summit emphatically,” Paul said.

He also highlighted that, through regulatory frameworks such as “Ayurveda Aahara Regulations”, traditional food must be validated and promoted. This also enables safe integration of our traditional and healthy food into the global system, he added.

The two-day summit concluded on Saturday at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with the valedictory address by Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav, as per a government release.

The summit served as a dynamic platform for international collaboration, policy dialogue, and knowledge exchange on critical issues of food safety and regulation, bringing together national and international regulators, policymakers, industry leaders, and experts.

Addressing the gathering, Jadhav stated, “The theme for the summit, ‘Yatha Annam Tatha Manah’ – meaning ‘as is the food, so is the mind’ – beautifully encapsulates the profound connection between what we consume and our mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. This timeless principle reminds us that food is not merely fuel for our bodies, but the foundation of a healthy mind and conscious living.”

He also highlighted the transformative role of scientific research and innovation in advancing food safety and public health globally, while emphasizing India’s commitment to harmonizing food safety standards internationally and urging global food regulatory bodies to address emerging challenges collaboratively.

The Minister of State commended the FSSAI for its efforts in strengthening India’s food safety ecosystem, particularly through extensive capacity-building and grassroots initiatives. He noted that FSSAI has trained over three lakh street food vendors nationwide and highlighted the Eat Right India programmes, including the Eat Right Street Food Hub, as a model demonstrating that traditional food practices can align seamlessly with modern safety standards.

Jadhav acknowledged the participation of dignitaries from more than 70 countries and international organisations, reflecting the collective commitment towards protecting consumers’ health and promoting fair trade.

Rajit Punhani, FSSAI CEO, expressed gratitude to both national and international delegates for their invaluable contributions and expertise during the discussions. He emphasized, “Together, we can build resilient, transparent, and future-ready food systems that safeguard public health and foster trust across borders.”

“Second day carried forward the momentum with sessions on harnessing digital systems for surveillance and risk management, empowering regulators with next-generation skills, driving food safety through strategic public-private engagements, and on combating obesity through nutrition, fitness and consumer awareness. The discussions brought together rich perspectives from regulators, industry leaders, academia, and international organizations,” the release stated. (ANI)

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Delhi: Technical session highlights innovations in India's fisheries sector

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New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): The Department of Fisheries (DoF) under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) organised a technical session here on the sidelines of World Food India 2025, as per a government release.

Sagar Mehra, Joint Secretary, DoF, in his keynote address, underscored the transformative role of FishTech in reducing post-harvest losses, ensuring quality, and promoting exports. Highlighting fish as a crucial food to fight hunger, he noted that more than three crore Indians depend on the sector for their livelihood. He further acknowledged the pivotal role of women in fisheries, both in production and in strengthening the country’s nutritional security.

Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to strengthen marine product processing through modern plants, cold chains, and smart harbours, the session brought together experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. Discussions focused on retail transformation under “Blue Revolution 2.0”, with a strong call for strengthening cold chain infrastructure, processing facilities, and digital market access.

Mehra also highlighted the development of a National Framework for Traceability in collaboration with MPEDA and EIC (Export Inspection Council) to meet global standards in the sector. B. K. Behera, Chief Executive, NFDB, presented advanced technologies, including RAS, Biofloc, Aquaponics, and inland cage culture clusters, along with AI-enabled systems and drone applications for sustainable aquaculture. While Kari Logason, General Manager at Nautic (an Icelandic Naval architecture firm), joined the session virtually and shared insights on modern deep-sea fishing vessels and AI-integrated processing systems, expressing interest in collaborations to design customised vessel technologies for India, as per the release.

Additionally, the need to promote value-added seafood products from underutilised species and by-products was highlighted to reduce post-harvest losses and boost exports.

The second day of World Food India 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam, marked significant strides in India’s vision to become a global food basket.

The summit witnessed the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth over Rs 1 lakh crore in just the first two days, positioning the event as a key platform for investment and international collaboration in the food processing sector.

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) released a statement, stating that 21 companies signed MoUs on Day 2 alone, committing investments of over Rs 25,000 crore. This builds on the momentum from Day 1, pushing the total investment commitments to over Rs 1 lakh crore.

Over the first two days, more than 25 knowledge sessions were held, engaging stakeholders across the food processing and allied sectors. These sessions featured high-level participation from global regulators, policymakers, startups, and industry leaders. (ANI)

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Plastic pipes industry navigates challenges in FY25, eyes steady growth: Report

by Inkhabar webdesk September 28, 2025

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New Delhi [India], September 28 (ANI): The Indian plastics pipes industry weathered multiple headwinds in FY25, grappling with subdued infrastructure spending, liquidity challenges, and volatile PVC prices, according to a recent JM Financial report.

The report highlights that the sector, traditionally fragmented and agriculture-focused, has steadily shifted towards a more organised ecosystem catering to water supply, sanitation, plumbing, and industrial applications. Despite the challenges in FY25, the industry expects near-term support from channel restocking and stabilising PVC prices, which reached around INR 79 per kg in September 2025.

PVC prices, a critical pass-through cost for pipe manufacturers, have seen significant fluctuations over the past few years. ” On the global front, sluggish construction activity in China and developed markets suppressed demand, while a supply glut from major exporters (China, South Korea, Taiwan) led to aggressive dumping at lower prices. Historically, PVC prices have grown at a ~2 per cent CAGR over 25 years, but the segment saw a ~4 per cent CAGR decline over FY20-25. Over the past 4-5 months, prices have shown signs of recovery, increasing by ~INR 7/kg to reach ~INR 79/kg in Sep’25, although levels remain well below FY22 peaks,” the report said.

Looking ahead, structural demand drivers remain strong. Government initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan Mission, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, and Housing for All, alongside rising agricultural and replacement demand, are likely to accelerate the adoption of plastic piping systems. The report estimates India’s plastic piping market at around INR 600-650 billion, projecting a growth rate of 10-12 per cent CAGR over FY25-30.

“Stabilising PVC prices should restore distributor confidence, reduce inventory-related challenges, and support margin recovery for organised players,” the JM Financial report noted. Potential implementation of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) quality norms for PVC imports, likely by December 2025, is expected to further protect domestic players from low-quality imports and enhance pricing power. (ANI)

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ICCPL Group Honoured as Best Place To Work by HT Media

by Inkhabar webdesk September 27, 2025

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New Delhi [India], September 27: Integrated Centre for Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. (ICCPL Group) has been honoured for its exemplary workplace culture and has received the ‘Best Place to Work under MSME’ award at the prestigious Bharat Nirman Awards 2025, hosted by HT Media Group.

This accolade aligns perfectly with the Group’s philosophy. The organisation has always believed that people are the core drivers of its success. Campaigns succeed, innovations thrive, and client relationships deepen because employees feel motivated, valued, and empowered. Being honoured as the ‘Best Place to Work’ underscores ICCPL’s people-first culture, reinforcing the firm’s position as a leader among India’s large sized PR and communication firms. The group’s focus has always been to foster a positive culture with high trust and respect, providing opportunities for growth, work-life balance and a sense of belonging, all of which contribute to both employee well-being and long-term business success.

Since its inception in 2011, ICCPL has grown into one of India’s most influential PR and communication firms. Founded by the first-generation entrepreneur, Dushyant Sinha, the Group has collaborated with over 500+ clients across India and UAE, executing more than 1,700+ high-impact campaigns. Spanning sectors from real estate, education, and hospitality to finance, technology, and policy, ICCPL has established itself not just as a service provider but as a strategic powerhouse shaping reputations, driving narratives, and delivering measurable impact at scale.

Speaking on the win, Ambika Saxena, Group CEO, ICCPL Group, said, “This award is a celebration of the culture we have meticulously nurtured over the years. At ICCPL, our people are our greatest asset. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued, inspired, and empowered. This recognition motivates us to continue fostering a workplace where talent thrives personally and professionally while contributing meaningfully to our broader vision. As a group we have always focused on employee satisfaction, engagement and retention, leading to higher productivity, better business performance and increased innovation.”

Parkhi Pasricha, Vice-President, ICCPL Group, added, “Being named the ‘Best Place to Work’ in the country by a reputed media house, is a proud moment that celebrates the ethos we live by — trust, inclusivity, and genuine care for our people. Growth at ICCPL has never been measured solely by numbers; it is reflected in how our teams evolve, innovate, and imbue purpose into their work. This recognition motivates us to continually raise the bar for workplace excellence and nurturing talent that contributes meaningfully to our larger vision.”

The award reinforces ICCPL’s standing not only as a trusted consultancy partner to leading brands across sectors but also as an employer of choice in the MSME space.

About ICCPL Group

Founded in 2011, ICCPL has grown into a leading business conglomerate in Northern India. Under the leadership of Dushyant Sinha, Founder of ICCPL Group, the Group has charted a remarkable journey. What began as a humble PR firm has now grown into an industry leader, with 500+ clients and a presence in 42+ cities across India and the UAE. Specializing in sectors ranging from real estate to finance, technology, and policy, ICCPL has successfully executed over 1,700+ high-impact campaigns. With a focus on data-driven strategy, perception management, and crafting impactful narratives, ICCPL continues to redefine communications, drive business transformation, and set benchmarks for both client impact and workplace excellence.

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Swachh Shehar Jodi: MoHUA rolls out massive urban waste management mentorship initiative, nearly 300 cities sign MoU

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New Delhi [India], September 27 (ANI): The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the Swachh Shehar Jodi (SSJ) initiative, a structured mentorship and collaborative action program involving 72 mentor cities and around 200 mentee cities, the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs said in a release on Saturday.

Based on their recent performance in the Swachh Survekshan rankings, top-performing cities have been identified as mentor cities and paired with low-performing mentee cities. Implemented under the Swachh Bharat Mission – Urban (SBM-U), Union Minister Manohar Lal rolled out the SSJ initiative.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the mentor and mentee cities in a national event at Sonipat, the ministry added.

The SSJ initiative represents one of the largest time-bound and structured mentorship frameworks in the urban waste management sector, aiming to foster knowledge and experience sharing, peer learning and transforming best practices in sanitation and waste management across urban India.

Across successive editions of Swachh Survekshan–the world’s largest urban sanitation survey–several cities have consistently demonstrated exceptional performance, high citizen engagement, and resilient governance despite leadership and operational challenges.

This has prompted ongoing discussions on scaling and replicating these best practices in other cities. In line with this, the Super Swachh League was introduced in this year’s Swachh Survekshan (SS).

Cities that ranked 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in SS 2022, 2023, and 2024 were inducted as top performers across five population categories in the league. The idea was to encourage top-performing cities to strive for higher aspirational standards, while also motivating other cities to improve and aim for top ranks.

The mentor cities are the top-performing cities that are part of the Super Swachh League, the top three cities featured across population categories in SS 2024, and promising clean cities that emerged across States/UTs as part of SS 2024. Mentee cities were chosen from the lowest ranks in their State’s latest SS cumulative rankings, considering their geographical proximity to their paired mentor cities.

On August 26, 2025, MoHUA released guidelines for the SSJ initiative, officially pairing mentor and mentee cities. The mentee cities will get direct exposure to well-performing cities to replicate their best practices.

The Ministry has launched a 100-day program to showcase the impact of city-to-city mentorship in driving urban transformation. During this period, each mentor-mentee pair will collaboratively develop action plans with clearly defined milestones – focusing on experience sharing and knowledge transfer.

MoHUA will provide strategic direction and policy-level support to ensure effective implementation of the Swachh Shehar Jodi across States. This initiative is supported under the capacity-building component of the Swachh Bharat Mission.

Nearly 300 MoUs were signed simultaneously across the nation in the presence of all participating cities and their political executive heads, thus marking the beginning of a 100-day phase of creating a dynamic platform for knowledge-sharing, mentoring, and handholding, which will be evaluated in Swachh Survekshan 2026.(ANI)

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Scindia lauds BSNL's indigenous 4G network, says India emerging as global telecom manufacturing hub

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Guwahati (Assam) [India], September 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated India’s fully indigenous 4G stack and one lakh BSNL indigenous 4G towers from Jharsuguda, Odisha. Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M Scindia joined the programme virtually from Assam alongside Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and highlighted the significance of this achievement.

Lauding the landmark achievement, the Union Minister stated that BSNL had committed to developing its own indigenous 4G stack guided by Prime Minister Modi’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, and remarkably, within just 22 months, India has joined the world’s elite group of five nations that have successfully built their own 4G stack.

“This is a moment of pride for the entire nation as India advances towards becoming a global leader in the telecommunications sector,” he said.

Swadeshi 4G towers were inaugurated across several states with participation from key Union Ministers and Chief Ministers.

Union Ministers Ram Mohan Naidu, Arjun Ram Meghwal, Pankaj Chaudhary, Raosaheb Nikhil Khadse, Chandrashekhar Pemmasani, Mansukh Mandaviya and Giriraj Singh were among those who attended the event at different venues.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Andhra Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also joined the programme.

Scindia lauded PM Modi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

“When 2G, 3G, and 4G emerged globally, India relied on foreign technology. Today, BSNL’s expertise has reversed this, establishing India as a global telecom manufacturing hub.” The cloud-based, 5G-upgradable swadeshi stack serves over two crore citizens and connects nearly 30,000 previously unserved villages.

A release said that BSNL’s Rs 37,000 crore initiative has deployed 97,500 towers, of which 92,633 are operational, transforming connectivity across remote, tribal, and hilly areas.

These towers, equipped for 5G readiness, benefit students, farmers, patients, and the armed forces. Subscriber growth has surged from 78 lakh in April 2024 to 2.2 crore, with consecutive profits of Rs 280 crore (Jan-Mar FY25) and Rs 261 crore (Q3 FY25), aided by Rs 25,000 crore in capital infusion. “This is India’s moment to shine as a Product Nation,” Scindia affirmed.

The release said the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) has activated 19,823 of 27,106 targeted towers, connecting 26,327 villages and nearly 20 lakh households across aspirational districts, North-East regions, border areas, and LWE zones. In August 2025, these towers facilitated 42,773 TB of data usage, averaging 21 GB per customer. “From remote Odisha to hilly Assam, DBN ensures education, healthcare, and governance reach every doorstep,” Scindia said, “empowering the last citizen in line.”

Scindia highlighted BSNL’s role in positioning India for 5G and 6G leadership, with the indigenous stack ready for global export, reflecting Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. “PM Modi’s vision has made India a digital vishwa-guru, with 50% of global digital transactions powered by UPI,” he said. (ANI)

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